Childminder EY454612

Inspection date

Previous inspection date 18 January 2018 1 October 2013

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Outstanding 1

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This provision is good

 Children form highly secure emotional bonds with the childminder. They respond extremely well to her consistently kind, nurturing and supportive approach. Younger children settle into the setting quickly, build friendships with others and are very keen to learn.  There are excellent opportunities for children to strengthen their social skills and sense of community. They delight in interacting with others during regular visits to a local residential home for older people.  The childminder has effective arrangements to check on children's progress in their learning. These help her to plan effective support to enhance children's thinking and skills. There are particularly good opportunities to promote younger children's skills in speaking, listening and understanding.  Children's safety and well-being are given high priority. For example, the childminder carries out thorough risk assessments of activities and resources which help to ensure

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This provision is good

toddlers remain safe as they become more physically mobile.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The childminder's professional development is not planned meticulously enough to enrich her knowledge and enhance the quality of the provision to an exceptional level.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 focus on strengthening the programme of professional development that increases the potential to drive the good-quality practice even higher.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector observed activities and interactions between the childminder and the children.  The inspector held discussions with the childminder and the children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector took account of the views of children and parents expressed in written testimonials and questionnaires.  The inspector observed an activity and jointly evaluated this with the childminder.  The inspector sampled a range of documentation, including evidence of training. She discussed the childminder's self-evaluation and checked the suitability of household members.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

Safeguarding is effective. The childminder has a very good understanding of the procedures she must follow if she becomes concerned about a child's welfare. She understands how to identify when children may be at risk of exposure to extreme views and behaviours. The childminder is respectful in handling personal information about children and their families in a confidential manner. Parents and children are encouraged to share their views and contribute to the childminder's self-evaluation. Their responses are consistent in highlighting that children are very happy and enjoy their time with the childminder. Children's daily diaries and plans for learning are regularly shared with parents and the other early years practitioners involved in their care. These help to enhance the strong continuity in children's care and learning.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

The childminder provides activities that capture children's interest and extend their learning. She is particularly skilful in making creative use of everyday objects and natural resources. For example, toddlers develop their physical coordination as they concentrate on placing various bracelets onto a kitchen roll holder. The childminder uses lots of simple phrases to help children link spoken language to the actions they make. She extends the communication skills of younger children effectively. For example, toddlers are shown how to use sign language to communicate their choices and to say 'please' and 'thank you'. Children have good opportunities to develop their early mathematical understanding. For example, the childminder prompts them to explore the concepts of full and empty as they experiment with adding pom-poms to different pots.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are outstanding

The childminder is highly successful in helping children to develop an excellent understanding of safe and healthy practices. For example, toddlers are provided with breakable objects, such as ceramic and glass tableware, to help them to learn first hand how to manage tasks safely. The childminder is passionate about providing children with a balanced and nutrient-rich diet. Younger children are encouraged to look at the vibrant colours of different vegetables and are inspired to try new and interesting tastes, such as avocado. Children behave exceptionally well given their age and are highly respectful of the feelings of others. The childminder is particularly gentle and positive in dealing with any minor disputes that occur. For example, she provides additional toys and models new ideas to ease toddlers' frustration when they are learning to share popular toys.

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Outcomes for children are good

Children make at least typical expected progress from their starting points. They develop good skills for the future and their eventual move to school. Toddlers show a keen interest in books in the setting and during visits to the library. They confidently turn the pages and point to acknowledge familiar characters. Children demonstrate great resilience when trying new tasks and feel confident in seeking support from the childminder. From a young age, children concentrate well and follow simple instructions.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY454612 Local authority Essex Inspection number 1066406 Type of provision Childminder Day care type Childminder Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register Age range of children 1 - 7 Total number of places 6 Number of children on roll 2

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Name of registered person

Date of previous inspection 1 October 2013

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Telephone number

The childminder registered in 2013 and lives in Colchester, Essex. She operates all year round from 6.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Thursday, except for bank holidays and family holidays. The childminder holds a relevant qualification at level 3.

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Telephone number

This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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Telephone number

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